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Nursing & Nursing Assistants in Nebraska

Nursing & Nursing Assistants Schools in Nebraska

In 2021-2022, 354 students earned their Practical Nursing degrees in NE.

In terms of popularity, Nursing & Nursing Assistants is the 5th most popular major in the state out of a total 33 majors commonly available.

Education Levels of Nursing & Nursing Assistants Majors in Nebraska

Practical Nursing majors in the state tend to have the following degree levels:

Education Level Number of Grads
Award Taking 1 to 2 Years 354
Award Taking 2 to 4 Years 354

Gender Distribution

In Nebraska, a practical nursing major is more popular with women than with men.

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Racial Distribution

The racial distribution of practical nursing majors in Nebraska is as follows:

  • Asian: 1.7%
  • Black or African American: 7.9%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 12.4%
  • White: 68.4%
  • Non-Resident Alien: 1.7%
  • Other Races: 7.9%
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Jobs for Nursing & Nursing Assistants Grads in Nebraska

In this state, there are 20,220 people employed in jobs related to a practical nursing degree, compared to 2,152,650 nationwide.

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Wages for Nursing & Nursing Assistants Jobs in Nebraska

In this state, practical nursing grads earn an average of $28,730. Nationwide, they make an average of $29,580.

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There are 7 colleges in Nebraska that offer practical nursing degrees. Learn about the most popular 7 below:

98 Degrees in Major Awarded
9,416 Total Students

The student loan default rate is 2.10% which is lower than average. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 52% are considered full time. 12 to 1 is the student to faculty ratio.

70 Degrees in Major Awarded
6,309 Total Students

This public school has an average net price of $8,690. Graduates earn an average $33,551 after graduation. Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 15 to 1.

67 Degrees in Major Awarded
13,709 Total Students

This public college charges it's students an average net price of $4,915. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 66% of students receive it. Of all the teachers who work at the school, 21% are considered full time.

41 Degrees in Major Awarded
5,345 Total Students

Students enjoy a student to faculty ratio of 17 to 1. Graduates earn an average $37,007 after graduation. The 1.30% student loan default rate is lower than average.

40 Degrees in Major Awarded
2,101 Total Students

23% of the teachers are full time. This school boasts a lower than average student loan default rate of 1.80%. Seeking financial aid? At this school, 93% of students receive it.

19 Degrees in Major Awarded
56% Graduation Rate
1,011 Total Students

Most students complete their degree in 4.22 years. Students who attend this private institution pay an average net price of $16,294. The 0.20% student loan default rate is lower than average.

11 Degrees in Major Awarded
1,306 Total Students

Graduates earn an average $30,744 after graduation. This public school has an average net price of $6,376. The student to faculty ratio is 16 to 1.

Nursing & Nursing Assistants Careers in NE

Some of the careers practical nursing majors go into include:

Job Title NE Job Growth NE Median Salary
Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses 15% $43,420
Nursing Assistants 12% $28,280

Below are some popular majors in the state that are similar to practical nursing.

Major Annual Graduates in NE
Allied Health Professions 498
Health/Medical Admin Services 269
Allied Health Services 208
Mental & Social Health Services 127
Dental Support Services 126
Health Sciences & Services 60
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science 38
Bodywork & Therapeutic Services 22

View all majors related to Nursing & Nursing Assistants

View Nationwide Nursing & Nursing Assistants Report

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